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Directories are alphabetical lists of names and addresses. They are usually published yearly and may include an individual's name, address, occupation and spouse's name. Directories may include maps, addresses of churches, cemeteries, courthouses and businesses. | Directories are alphabetical lists of names and addresses. They are usually published yearly and may include an individual's name, address, occupation and spouse's name. Directories may include maps, addresses of churches, cemeteries, courthouses and businesses. | ||
== Why Use Directories == | == Why Use Directories == | ||
*Learn the exact years your ancestor inhabited a place. | |||
*Locate ancestor in a census that hasn’t been indexed (esp. state census). | |||
*Estimate year of immigration. | |||
*Learn occupation and employer as identifiers. | |||
*Find other family members. | |||
== How to Search Directories == | == How to Search Directories == | ||